Let’s talk lentils. Versatile, delicious, hearty, packed with protein and iron; let’s not forget they are inexpensive too! Easily one of the most perfect foods to serve up to your family.
Whether it’s a bag or a can of lentils, you can’t go wrong. Lentils make the world go round! Soups, stews, chilis, casseroles, burgers, and a whole lot more, this roundup of lentil recipes feature all varieties of lentils.
We’ve created a collection of the Ultimate Lentil Whole Food Plant Based recipes for you to browse through. Everything from simple to sophisticated! We’ve got it!
All recipes are Whole Food Plant Based, vegan, plant based, vegetarian, oil free, dairy free, egg free, refined sugar free, gluten free, and contain no highly processed ingredients.
As we create more lentil recipes, we will continue to add them to this post. We have a bunch of new Whole Food Plant Based lentil recipes lined up to release over the next few months! Stay Tuned!
Vegan Lentil Hamburger Helper
Pasta and saucy goodness is shining bright in this ultra-comforting dish. A veganized classic favorite, this Vegan Lentil Hamburger Helper will transport you back in time.
Persian Lentil Soup
Loaded with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this comforting soup is sure to it the spot.
Vegan Three Bean Chili
Nothing crazy to see here, just a mouth-gasmic chili bowl that is all things comforting, flavorful and versatile.
Creamy Lentils and Shells
We are always in the mood for cozy, comforting pasta. This ultra-velvety sauce nestled in mini shells with “meaty” lentils totally makes us swoon.
Vegan Cowboy Stew
Soups and stews are all season dishes for us. What’s not to love about those one pot wonders packed with lots of nourishing veggies and hearty goodness.
Pizza Sloppy Joes Under Bun
Move over Sloppy Joes, there a new Joseppi in town!
Vegan Pastitsio
Bringing all those amazing Greek flavors together with this delicious, oil free, healthy twist on the classic Greek dish, Vegan Pastitsio.
Creamy Lentil Curry
Brimming with comforting flavors, this easy to make Creamy Lentil Curry is packed full of delicious Indian spices, and the whole family will fall in love this hearty filling dish!
Warming Lentil Soup
We are in total soup mode over here and drooling over this healthy, delicious, and comforting Warming Lentil Soup.
Lentil Tortilla Stew
This Lentil Tortilla Stew is so easy and flavorful; it is sure to be a new family favorite.
Red Lentil Chili
We are total chili lovers over here, and we aren’t afraid to mix it up a little with this tasty comfort food.
Collard Greens Lentil Soup
Always ready for flavorful and comforting soup that screams nourishing goodness.
Vegan Lentil “Sausage” Soup
Aromatic, savory Italian sausage flavors deliciously infuse this hearty, wholesome soup. Get your bowl and spoon ready for a comforting winter meal.
Vegan Lentil Shepherds Pie
Looking for great comfort food that is both satisfying and delicious? Don’t miss this delicious, hearty, and flavorful Vegan Lentil Shepherds Pie.
Potato Lentil Tomato Bake
Potato Lentil Tomato Bake is everything that you could have dreamed of and more!
Lemony Thyme Lentil Soup
Healthy, delicious, and packed with delicious flavor, this comforting soup is all you’ll need on a chilly day.
Instant Pot Lentil Tacos
Incredibly flavorful and delicious, these lentil tacos couldn’t be any easier.
Hungarian Lentil Vegetable Stew
Grab a bowl and get ready for a big hug of cozy goodness.
Mjedra Lebanese Lentil and Rice
This beautifully fragrant and tasty lentils rice pilaf, Mjedra also known as Lebanese Lentils and Rice, is as delicious as it is simple and wholesome.
Vegan Two Lentil Potato Stew
We are switching up our stew game with this soul-warming Vegan Two Lentil Potato Stew that is easy, delicious and satisfying.
Lentil Mushroom Wild Rice Pilaf
Healthy ingredients, aromatic spices, and cozy vibes come together in a magical way creating this beautiful Lentil Mushroom Wild Rice Pilaf!
Lemony Red Lentil Spinach Stew
Comforting, simple healthy goodness, all in one pot, is all you’ll need on a chilly day.
Vegan BBQ Lentil Sloppy Joes
These wholesome, healthy sloppy joes totally rule! Thick, rich, and ultra-delicious, our Vegan BBQ Lentil Sloppy Joes are absolutely irresistible!
Moroccan Red Lentil Tomato Stew
Fragrant and delicious, this soul-warming Moroccan Red Lentil Tomato Stew is easy and a delightful nod to the Moroccan cuisine.
Middle Eastern Rice and Lentils
Brimming with warming spices, this delicious Middle Eastern Rice and Lentils dish is an amazing combination of flavors, textures, and plant-powered goodness.
Tomato Lentil Soup with Pimento Olives
There’s nothing more comforting than a perfectly seasoned, savory bowl of soup!
French Lentil Rice Mushroom Stew
These amazing little legumes are shining bright in this flavorful and comforting French Lentil Rice Mushroom Stew that is sure to warm you up like a big cozy hug.
Curried Red Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew
When fragrant, aromatic spices fill the home and make you feel all warm and cozy, those are the soul-soothing dishes that make you feel good from head to toe.
Roasted Potatoes with Seasoned Lentils and Dill Sauce
When the cravings hit for something comforting, hearty, and full of flavor, we have the perfect dish for you!
Moroccan Sweet Potato Lentil Stew
Warm and deliciously fragrant spices make this yummy Moroccan-inspired sweet potato and lentil stew a new family favorite.
Aladdin’s Copycat Len-Chili Soup
The combination of earthy lentil soup and aromatic chili creates all those delicious, cozy feels you won’t want to miss.
Vegan “Hamburger” Gravy (SOS)
Back in the day, when times were tough and money was tight, Hamburger Gravy also know as Shit on a Shingle was a popular dish. This vegan nod to the original is not only delicious, but it is also a humble, inexpensive dish to feed the family.
Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Full of flavor, stuffed with lentils and brown rice, these delicious Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a new take on a classic Lebanese stuffed “koosa” (zucchini) dish.
Old Fashioned Stuffed Peppers
This Old Fashioned Stuffed Pepper dish is sure to transport you back in time.
Instant Pot Vegan “Beef” Stew
Incredibly flavorful, rich, hearty and filling, this Instant Pot Vegan Beef Stew is one of the most beloved of all comfort foods.
Vegan “Sausage” Ragu
Rich and flavorful, this Vegan Sausage Ragu carries all the traditional flavor of the classic Italian dish and so much more.
Moroccan Harira
Fragrant and delicious, this soul-warming, oil-free Moroccan Harira is easy to make and a delightful nod to the Moroccan cuisine.
Thai Peppers and Noodles
This wholesome, flavor-bomb of a dish is sure to get you dancing in your seat.
Vegan Big Mac Salad
Bringing all those amazing Micky D’s Big Mac flavors together with this delicious Vegan Big Mac Salad.
Five Bean Chili
Our Five Bean Chili makes a delicious meal and is the perfect comfort food. It’s warm and satisfying, spicy and hearty, made from scratch, and bursting with flavor.
Vegan Skillet Lasagna
For when you are craving all the deliciousness of lasagna without the layers and baking, we’ve got an ultra-satisfying, comforting Veggie Skillet Lasagna that totally fits the ticket.
Vegan Stuffed Shells Soup
If you are looking for down home comfort food at its finest, then this Vegan Stuffed Shells Soup totally for you!
Vegan “Sausage” Mushroom Pasta
A must-try flavor experience that is sure to have the whole family seated at the dinner table in a flash!
Vegan “Cheeseburger” Scalloped Potatoes
It is totally delicious, rich, and comforting in all the right ways.
Vegan Italian American Goulash
You got to love a good old-fashioned macaroni goulash, and this oil free version is hitting all the high notes of deliciousness: hearty, flavorful, and comforting.
Vegan Italian Burger
Packed with delicious Italian herbs and spices, this hearty Vegan Italian Burger is healthy, flavorful, and packed with a satisfying texture that has a perfectly crunchy exterior and a tender, but not mushy interior.
Vegan Buffalo Chili
Vegan Buffalo Chili! Where’s our Buffalo lovers?! This aint your grandma’s chili, get ready for a spicy twist on chili with a little kick.
Rustic Vegan “Cheeseburger” Stew
Oh-so-creamy and packed with deliciousness, this Rustic Vegan “Cheeseburger” Stew gives you all the feels of a truly decadent soup with a healthy twist.
Unstuffed Spicy Tomato Basil Shells
Little kids and big kids alike love scooping up those jumbo shells in each delectable bite!
Detox Soup
Grandma made detox soup way back in the day! A nod to the folkloric cabbage soup legend, it is truly delicious.
Vegan “Cheesesteak” Pasta Skillet
Grab your fork and get ready to dive into this 30-minute meal that will have the whole family doing a happy dance.
Vegan Nacho Soup
Healthy, hearty, and flavorful, this oil-free, low-fat soup is brimming with wholesome plant goodness and delicious herbs and spices.
Vegan Cincinnati Chili
We are getting cozy with this vegan nod to the classic Ohioan dish, Cincinnati, Ohio’s Skyline Chili. A fun and easy way to switch up your dinner menu that is sure to have your taste buds tingling.